End of the road. - Page 4

FLYER · 19th June 2016, 10:33

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Originally Posted by Tim_Burgess

Hi George,

I've just logged on and picked this up. We're both very sad that you've reached this point but it's your decision and I respect it mate. I must admit, I've been almost at the point of packing it in this year with the grief I've had with the car. I've made many good friends through this and other clubs over the last 30+ years and I'd count you and Anne-Marie amongst the best.

Everything comes to a natural end and health and family have to come first. I took a year off from cars a while back as it was just taking over my life. Perhaps you'll feel differently in the future; I know you won't be a stranger, and you're always welcome in sunny Kilcreggan. If you ever need the car done all you have to do is call.

See you soon,

Tim

always enjoy meeting you and Elsa Tim .

Your a lovely genuine couple.

I consider you firm friends .

I hope you can the old girl running again..

Cheers Tim.

lady zed · 19th June 2016, 14:18

never say never george, make a decision per event and go when you want, not cos you feel obliged. The social aspect has always mattered more to me but having kids and other events has put paid to that. Hopefully see you at Gretna!

James.uk · 19th June 2016, 14:50

Sounds a shame to me George, so I will try to get to Gretna one more time to wish you well ..

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*July innit? sumwhere up Norf? Lakes not far enuff and Glasgow too far?

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FLYER · 19th June 2016, 15:41

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Originally Posted by James.uk

Sounds a shame to me George, so I will try to get to Gretna one more time to wish you well ..

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*July innit? sumwhere up Norf? Lakes not far enuff and Glasgow too far?

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Yeah put the brakes on near the border .

FLYER · 19th June 2016, 15:50

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Originally Posted by lady zed

never say never george, make a decision per event and go when you want, not cos you feel obliged. The social aspect has always mattered more to me but having kids and other events has put paid to that. Hopefully see you at Gretna!

I see your point Anna and the wife is now working on me to keep Gretna in the calander.
That would leave me with our Grantown on Spey. MOTORMANIA WEEKEND and our monthly South Queensferry meets.

barney bear · 19th June 2016, 15:54

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Originally Posted by FLYER

I see your point Anna and the wife is now working on me to keep Gretna in the calander.
That would leave me with our Grantown on Spey. MOTORMANIA WEEKEND and our monthly South Queensferry meets.

You know that makes sense George, your car doesn't have to be immaculate to attend the meets. It's more the sociable chatting that we attend for anyway

I only show the under bonnet parts purely for shock value, nobody expects Ann summers lingerie on a Rover 75

FLYER · 19th June 2016, 16:12

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Originally Posted by barney bear

You know that makes sense George, your car doesn't have to be immaculate to attend the meets. It's more the sociable chatting that we attend for anyway

I only show the under bonnet parts purely for shock value, nobody expects Ann summers lingerie on a Rover 75

The problem for me Tony is being invited to Vintage events gives me huge pleasure.
Winning best club stand against over 25 clubs at a huge Perthshire meet two years ago showed the real interest in our cars .

Try as i may i just cant keep my car to that high standard as it is my daily and is parked in the street

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Sadly i will have to admit defeat trying to keep it smart.

FLYING BANANA · 19th June 2016, 16:21

I've cut back on shows and meets as well.

I've seen lots of changes at shows and meets. People drift away for different reasons. Hopefully the youthful members will keep the marque going.

So I can see your point George. I'll see you at Gretna and at Granton on Spey.

coolcat · 19th June 2016, 16:25

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Originally Posted by barney bear

nobody expects Ann summers lingerie on a Rover 75

Speak for yourself

murphyv310 · 19th June 2016, 16:33

Hi.
To keep a car that's nearly 16 years old with no garage and on a limited budget is a hard task. You'll get as many nice comments about a car that is run every day and given a regular wash and clean out than the car that only comes out on a sunny day.
The workhorses actually show up how well a car was built initially.
A Vauxhall Victor "F" will last if it was never exposed to rain and moisture but how many lasted 3 years in our winters!
Your tourer will always get a look at the meets George, I bet you mine has had a harder life than yours, I'm sure it was used to plough fields at one time!

19th June 2016, 14:18	#32
lady zed This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: On the edge Posts: 6,659 Thanks: 1,354 Thanked 1,210 Times in 716 Posts	never say never george, make a decision per event and go when you want, not cos you feel obliged. The social aspect has always mattered more to me but having kids and other events has put paid to that. Hopefully see you at Gretna! __________________ it's all about the first person you want to tell good news to

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FLYING BANANA Moderator/Club Shop MG ZT 1.8t+. No.3 of 4 in Sunspot Yellow & Ford Fiesta in Black. Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Rattler Farm Posts: 22,555 Thanks: 9,270 Thanked 15,645 Times in 6,806 Posts	I've cut back on shows and meets as well. I've seen lots of changes at shows and meets. People drift away for different reasons. Hopefully the youthful members will keep the marque going. So I can see your point George. I'll see you at Gretna and at Granton on Spey. __________________ 233,320. New rear tyres on order for BBB. onen hag oll

19th June 2016, 16:33	#40
murphyv310 This is my second home Hyundai i10 998cc Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Kilmarnock Posts: 6,602 Thanks: 2,088 Thanked 2,298 Times in 1,349 Posts	Hi. To keep a car that's nearly 16 years old with no garage and on a limited budget is a hard task. You'll get as many nice comments about a car that is run every day and given a regular wash and clean out than the car that only comes out on a sunny day. The workhorses actually show up how well a car was built initially. A Vauxhall Victor "F" will last if it was never exposed to rain and moisture but how many lasted 3 years in our winters! Your tourer will always get a look at the meets George, I bet you mine has had a harder life than yours, I'm sure it was used to plough fields at one time! __________________ Cheers from Trevor MM0KJJ

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James.uk Passed Away 2002 Pale Blue. Rover 75 CDTi Connoisseur auto. 170K miles Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Near the M67. Posts: 14,509 Thanks: 199 Thanked 585 Times in 397 Posts	Sounds a shame to me George, so I will try to get to Gretna one more time to wish you well .. .... July innit? sumwhere up Norf? Lakes not far enuff and Glasgow too far? ...